KC Masterpiece BBQ Sauce Recipe
"Craft your own signature BBQ experience with the iconic KC Masterpiece BBQ Sauce Recipe. Bursting with layers of smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors, this homemade sauce elevates any grilled masterpiece. Blend a symphony of ingredients like molasses, spices, and tomato to create a sauce that's truly one-of-a-kind, bringing the taste of Kansas City to your backyard cookouts."
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Glass jar for storage
Ingredients
- 2 cup water
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Lemon Juice as needed
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine water, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, lemon juice, molasses, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Stir the ingredients together until well combined. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and additional cayenne pepper if desired. Keep in mind that the flavors will continue to develop as the sauce cools.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the BBQ sauce cool to room temperature. Transfer it to a jar or bottle for storage in the refrigerator.
Notes
Special Note
Feel free to adjust the sweetness, acidity, and spiciness of this BBQ sauce to suit your personal taste preferences. Get creative and make it your own!